Dallas: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Blanket Flower
The Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata), also called the Indian Blanket Flower, blooms through most of the summer if given a little moisture. It makes an excellent cut flower, but be sure not to pick the flowers on the roadside or on somebody else's property, since that's illegal.
The Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata), also called the Indian Blanket Flower, blooms through most of the summer if given a little moisture. It makes an excellent cut flower, but be sure not to pick the flowers on the roadside or on somebody else's property, since that's illegal.
Thanksgiving Events
Thanksgiving is an excellent excuse to gather around the table with family and friends and just eat eat eat.
Thanksgiving is an excellent excuse to gather around the table with family and friends and just eat eat eat.
Calculate Local Sales Tax
Calculate your local sales tax rate, including state sales tax and city and local sales and use taxes.
Calculate your local sales tax rate, including state sales tax and city and local sales and use taxes.
Grapevine Mills Mall
Grapevine Mills Mall is a huge mall in Grapevine, just north of DFW airport. Organized activities for kids and a MallWalkers program are offered. A skatepark, mini-golf, and the Rainforest Cafe keep shoppers entertained.
Grapevine Mills Mall is a huge mall in Grapevine, just north of DFW airport. Organized activities for kids and a MallWalkers program are offered. A skatepark, mini-golf, and the Rainforest Cafe keep shoppers entertained.
Dallas Cowboys 2009 Schedule
The Dallas Cowboys play nearly every weekend in the 2009 season. Home games are played at the new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington.
The Dallas Cowboys play nearly every weekend in the 2009 season. Home games are played at the new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington.
Christmas
Christmas is a great time to get together with family and friends and enjoy their company while dining out, going to the movies, or taking in a show.
Christmas is a great time to get together with family and friends and enjoy their company while dining out, going to the movies, or taking in a show.
Five-Star Restaurants
Looking for food in the French style? Need authentic Latin American cuisine to satisfy that craving? Prefer a more traditional American steakhouse? Try this list of Dallas's five-star restaurants serving a variety of cuisines.
Looking for food in the French style? Need authentic Latin American cuisine to satisfy that craving? Prefer a more traditional American steakhouse? Try this list of Dallas's five-star restaurants serving a variety of cuisines.
Texas School Book Depository Sniper's Nest
The Warren Commission believed that Lee Harvey Oswald fired out of a corner window on the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository. Cardboard boxes were found arranged in a “sniper's nest” looking over Houston Street and Elm Street.
The Warren Commission believed that Lee Harvey Oswald fired out of a corner window on the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository. Cardboard boxes were found arranged in a “sniper's nest” looking over Houston Street and Elm Street.
2009 Dodge Ram in Camo
2009 Dodge Ram in Camo at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Dodge Ram in Camo at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Black Dog Man
Photos taken of the area on the day of the Kennedy assassination have been pored over by investigators and theorists alike in the years since. One mystery still unsolved is that of a mysterious silhouette leaning on the fence at the top of the grassy knoll. If you squint at the original photo, it looks like a black dog, hence the nickname “Black Dog Man”.
Photos taken of the area on the day of the Kennedy assassination have been pored over by investigators and theorists alike in the years since. One mystery still unsolved is that of a mysterious silhouette leaning on the fence at the top of the grassy knoll. If you squint at the original photo, it looks like a black dog, hence the nickname “Black Dog Man”.
VW Bus
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
2009 Chevrolet Malibu
2009 Chevrolet Malibu at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Chevrolet Malibu at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Smoking Man Drain
In 1997, researchers tested a long-standing theory that someone could have hidden in the storm drain, shot President Kennedy, and escaped under the city.
In 1997, researchers tested a long-standing theory that someone could have hidden in the storm drain, shot President Kennedy, and escaped under the city.
JFK Timeline
When was JFK shot? What time was Lee Harvey Oswald arrested? The events of the JFK assassination happened quickly on Nov 22, 1963. Here is a brief timeline touching on the major points of the day and those following.
When was JFK shot? What time was Lee Harvey Oswald arrested? The events of the JFK assassination happened quickly on Nov 22, 1963. Here is a brief timeline touching on the major points of the day and those following.
New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year with these celebrations. Some are elegant sit-down dinners and some are on-your-feet-dancing parties. Many are some combination of the two.
Ring in the New Year with these celebrations. Some are elegant sit-down dinners and some are on-your-feet-dancing parties. Many are some combination of the two.
Looking at Elm Street from the Grassy Knoll
This photo was taken from the grassy knoll. The route of the presidential motorcade would have taken John F. Kennedy across this view twice.
This photo was taken from the grassy knoll. The route of the presidential motorcade would have taken John F. Kennedy across this view twice.
Dallas Cowboys 2008 Schedule
The Dallas Cowboys play nearly every weekend in the 2008 season. Home games are played at Texas Stadium.
The Dallas Cowboys play nearly every weekend in the 2008 season. Home games are played at Texas Stadium.
Queen Anne's Lace
Queen Anne's Lace (daucus carota) is another one of those flowers that all the butterflies seem to love. A native of Europe and southwest Asia, Queen Anne's Lace has naturalized all over the United States. It usually blooms in the spring in Texas, although in a wet summer, it will continue blooming through August.
Queen Anne's Lace (daucus carota) is another one of those flowers that all the butterflies seem to love. A native of Europe and southwest Asia, Queen Anne's Lace has naturalized all over the United States. It usually blooms in the spring in Texas, although in a wet summer, it will continue blooming through August.
IMAX Theatres
For a really big screen experience, check out an IMAX theatre. The screen is so wide and so high that you will feel you are inside the film, but the size of the image does not diminish the quality. IMAX films come in all varieties, from museum-quality documentaries to the latest Hollywood blockbusters.
For a really big screen experience, check out an IMAX theatre. The screen is so wide and so high that you will feel you are inside the film, but the size of the image does not diminish the quality. IMAX films come in all varieties, from museum-quality documentaries to the latest Hollywood blockbusters.
JFK Memorial
Less than two blocks away from where President Kennedy was shot, the city of Dallas and many donors erected a monument to the fallen president. The JFK Memorial is a simple monument.
Less than two blocks away from where President Kennedy was shot, the city of Dallas and many donors erected a monument to the fallen president. The JFK Memorial is a simple monument.
Reunion Tower
Despite being Dallas's fifteenth tallest building, Reunion Tower stands tall over the city.
Despite being Dallas's fifteenth tallest building, Reunion Tower stands tall over the city.
Grassy Knoll
Many witnesses claim they heard shots coming from the grassy knoll on the north side of Elm Street. The grassy knoll affords a clear view of the length of Elm Street.
Many witnesses claim they heard shots coming from the grassy knoll on the north side of Elm Street. The grassy knoll affords a clear view of the length of Elm Street.
Texas School Book Depository
The Texas School Book Depository houses offices and the Sixth Floor Museum, a fascinating look at the life of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the national mood in the years leading up to and during his presidency, and the ideas and evidence behind many of the conspiracy theories that have developed since his death.
The Texas School Book Depository houses offices and the Sixth Floor Museum, a fascinating look at the life of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the national mood in the years leading up to and during his presidency, and the ideas and evidence behind many of the conspiracy theories that have developed since his death.
Inside the JFK Memorial
Inside the JFK Memorial is a low granite square with the name John Fitzgerald Kennedy carved in it and painted gold to reflect the light from the white walls.
Inside the JFK Memorial is a low granite square with the name John Fitzgerald Kennedy carved in it and painted gold to reflect the light from the white walls.
Elm Place
Some theories of the Kennedy assassination point out that a second-floor window was partially open on the Elm Place building.
Some theories of the Kennedy assassination point out that a second-floor window was partially open on the Elm Place building.
A Tour of Downtown Plano
A large sculpture of an iron horse stands on the platform of the Downtown Plano station. DART is working on having original art and sculpture at all of its stations.
A large sculpture of an iron horse stands on the platform of the Downtown Plano station. DART is working on having original art and sculpture at all of its stations.
Galleria Dallas
The Galleria Dallas is an upscale shopping mall located at the intersection of I-635 and Dallas North Tollway. Anchor stores include American Girl Boutique and Bistro, Banana Republic, Gap, Old Navy, Macy's, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and the Westin Galleria.
The Galleria Dallas is an upscale shopping mall located at the intersection of I-635 and Dallas North Tollway. Anchor stores include American Girl Boutique and Bistro, Banana Republic, Gap, Old Navy, Macy's, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and the Westin Galleria.
Rainforest Cafe
The Rainforest Cafe is a theme restaurant with the rainforest as its theme. Located in Grapevine Mills Mall, the restaurant provides a welcome respite from shopping and plenty of entertainment for the kids.
The Rainforest Cafe is a theme restaurant with the rainforest as its theme. Located in Grapevine Mills Mall, the restaurant provides a welcome respite from shopping and plenty of entertainment for the kids.
Fort Worth Rodeo
Competitors ride full-grown bulls who don't want them on their backs. The bulls buck and twist and turn and the cowboy has only a strap to hold onto with one hand -- the other hand must not touch anything but air. The ride must last eight seconds and judges award points based on the rider's skill and the bull's difficulty.
Competitors ride full-grown bulls who don't want them on their backs. The bulls buck and twist and turn and the cowboy has only a strap to hold onto with one hand -- the other hand must not touch anything but air. The ride must last eight seconds and judges award points based on the rider's skill and the bull's difficulty.
Party at Build-A-Bear Workshop
Build-A-Bear Workshop lets the kids create their own stuffed animal, dress them, and accessorize them. The only limit is their imagination (and your wallet). Build-A-Bear Workshop offers party planning for groups of more than six.
Build-A-Bear Workshop lets the kids create their own stuffed animal, dress them, and accessorize them. The only limit is their imagination (and your wallet). Build-A-Bear Workshop offers party planning for groups of more than six.
JFK Memorial Plaque
JFK Memorial Plaque
JFK Memorial Plaque
Sixth Floor Museum
The Sixth Floor Museum in the Texas School Book Depository building houses a collection of artifacts, films, and impressions relating to the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
The Sixth Floor Museum in the Texas School Book Depository building houses a collection of artifacts, films, and impressions relating to the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
Back of the 2009 Dodge Ram
Back of the 2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Back of the 2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Free Museums
Dallas has museums with world-class art, in-depth history, and unique exhibits. These are some of the free museums in the Metroplex.
Dallas has museums with world-class art, in-depth history, and unique exhibits. These are some of the free museums in the Metroplex.
2009 Dodge Ram
2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Ford F150
2009 Ford F150 at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Ford F150 at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Front of the 2009 Dodge Ram
Front of the 2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Front of the 2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Path
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Downtown
For a long time, downtown Dallas was the business district and nothing else. Streets cleared out shortly after five. Historic buildings sat empty at night, some empty during the day. In the last decade, the city of Dallas and several developers have made a concerted effort to bring life back to downtown. Nowadays, downtown still has the businesses, but the efforts have brought in urban dwellers, more shopping, nightlife—downtown Dallas has a character all its own.
For a long time, downtown Dallas was the business district and nothing else. Streets cleared out shortly after five. Historic buildings sat empty at night, some empty during the day. In the last decade, the city of Dallas and several developers have made a concerted effort to bring life back to downtown. Nowadays, downtown still has the businesses, but the efforts have brought in urban dwellers, more shopping, nightlife—downtown Dallas has a character all its own.
North East Mall
North East Mall is located just east of Fort Worth in Hurst.
North East Mall is located just east of Fort Worth in Hurst.
Dallas Malls
Dallas has malls tucked in every corner. With ice rinks, kids' play areas, and events, malls have more to offer than just shopping.
Dallas has malls tucked in every corner. With ice rinks, kids' play areas, and events, malls have more to offer than just shopping.
Dog Parks
If you're looking for a place to exercise your dog, several cities have started building dog parks. Most of these dog parks have plenty of room for dogs to run, catch frisbees, socialize with other dogs, and rest. Some even provide the toys. Most have water fountains, but bring your own water and dish, just in case.
If you're looking for a place to exercise your dog, several cities have started building dog parks. Most of these dog parks have plenty of room for dogs to run, catch frisbees, socialize with other dogs, and rest. Some even provide the toys. Most have water fountains, but bring your own water and dish, just in case.
November Festivals
Enjoy these festivals in the Dallas area.
Enjoy these festivals in the Dallas area.
Galleria Ice Skating Center
The Galleria Ice Skating Center at the Galleria Dallas mall provides fun for the whole family. Open year round, but especially popular in the hot summers, the ice skating rink has public session times, professional lessons, and private lessons for the aspiring Olympian.
The Galleria Ice Skating Center at the Galleria Dallas mall provides fun for the whole family. Open year round, but especially popular in the hot summers, the ice skating rink has public session times, professional lessons, and private lessons for the aspiring Olympian.
Birdville ISD
Birdville Independent School District, with over 22,000 students, is located between Dallas and Fort Worth.
Birdville Independent School District, with over 22,000 students, is located between Dallas and Fort Worth.
Fort Worth Cultural District
Spend a day in the Fort Worth Cultural District exploring museums and attending cultural events.
Spend a day in the Fort Worth Cultural District exploring museums and attending cultural events.
December Festivals
Sparkling lights, a nip in the air, and lots and lots of shopping--December is here and there's plenty to do in and around Dallas.
Sparkling lights, a nip in the air, and lots and lots of shopping--December is here and there's plenty to do in and around Dallas.
Walking Tour of Downtown
Enjoy this walking tour which takes you past some of downtown Dallas's nicest parks and well-known buildings. The entire tour can be completed in about forty-five minutes, but I encourage you to stop and relax in the parks, take in some shopping, and try the restaurants along the way.
Enjoy this walking tour which takes you past some of downtown Dallas's nicest parks and well-known buildings. The entire tour can be completed in about forty-five minutes, but I encourage you to stop and relax in the parks, take in some shopping, and try the restaurants along the way.
Web Blots Out Sun
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Ram Box on the 2009 Dodge Ram
Ram Box on the 2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Ram Box on the 2009 Dodge Ram at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Old Red Courthouse
The Old Red Courthouse in downtown Dallas is a fine example of the courthouse-building fervor that swept through Texas in the 1880s and 1890s. In an imposing Romanesque style with turrets and gargoyles (actually wyverns), the courthouse dominates the area near Dealey Plaza, even though it is not as tall as many of the surrounding buildings.
The Old Red Courthouse in downtown Dallas is a fine example of the courthouse-building fervor that swept through Texas in the 1880s and 1890s. In an imposing Romanesque style with turrets and gargoyles (actually wyverns), the courthouse dominates the area near Dealey Plaza, even though it is not as tall as many of the surrounding buildings.
Dallas ISD
The Dallas Independent School District is the second largest school district in Texas after Houston ISD and the twelfth largest in the nation with over 160,000 students. It serves the cities of Dallas, Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Desoto, Duncanville, Ferris, Garland, Grand Prairie, Hutchins, Lancaster, Mesquite, Seagoville, and Wilmer with thirty-four high schools, thirty-seven middle schools, and 159 elementary schools.
The Dallas Independent School District is the second largest school district in Texas after Houston ISD and the twelfth largest in the nation with over 160,000 students. It serves the cities of Dallas, Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Desoto, Duncanville, Ferris, Garland, Grand Prairie, Hutchins, Lancaster, Mesquite, Seagoville, and Wilmer with thirty-four high schools, thirty-seven middle schools, and 159 elementary schools.
Fort Worth ISD
The Fort Worth Independent School District is the fifth largest school district in Texas with nearly 80,000 students.
The Fort Worth Independent School District is the fifth largest school district in Texas with nearly 80,000 students.
House of Blues in Dallas
Dallas's very own House of Blues is located in the historic White Swan building in Victory Park, just across Woodall Rodgers Freeway from the West End. This incredible venue hosts shows by some of music's finest talents while serving excellent Southern food.
Dallas's very own House of Blues is located in the historic White Swan building in Victory Park, just across Woodall Rodgers Freeway from the West End. This incredible venue hosts shows by some of music's finest talents while serving excellent Southern food.
Hike and Bike Trails
The Dallas area has excellent weather for outdoor activities. Here is a collection of hike and bike trails in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Remember your sunscreen and hat and some comfortable shoes and get outdoors.
The Dallas area has excellent weather for outdoor activities. Here is a collection of hike and bike trails in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Remember your sunscreen and hat and some comfortable shoes and get outdoors.
Best Restaurants - Sundance Sq
Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth, Texas has a wide selection of restaurants -- from fast food to fine dining. Here's a guide to finding the best restaurants in Sundance Square.
Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth, Texas has a wide selection of restaurants -- from fast food to fine dining. Here's a guide to finding the best restaurants in Sundance Square.
Cabela's
Cabela's bills itself as the world's foremost outfitter and it's easy to see why: it's a huge outdoors store located just north of Fort Worth. With two stories of merchandise, food, exhibits, and activities, it's easy to while away a few hours here. Cabela's offers a wide selection of hunting and fishing gear (including boats and blinds) and just about everything a person might need for camping, RVing, and outdoor sports.
Cabela's bills itself as the world's foremost outfitter and it's easy to see why: it's a huge outdoors store located just north of Fort Worth. With two stories of merchandise, food, exhibits, and activities, it's easy to while away a few hours here. Cabela's offers a wide selection of hunting and fishing gear (including boats and blinds) and just about everything a person might need for camping, RVing, and outdoor sports.
Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
Hurst Euless Bedford Independent School District is located in the mid-cities area of the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.
Hurst Euless Bedford Independent School District is located in the mid-cities area of the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.
Poppies
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Faun
A faun cavorts in the garden at the 2007 Dallas Blooms. The celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers.
A faun cavorts in the garden at the 2007 Dallas Blooms. The celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers.
Arlington ISD
Arlington Independent School District is the eighth largest school district in Texas and the 66th in the nation with more than 60,000 students.
Arlington Independent School District is the eighth largest school district in Texas and the 66th in the nation with more than 60,000 students.
Tree House
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Azle ISD
Azle Independent School District is located to the northwest of Fort Worth and is bordered by Lake Worth and Eagle Mountain Lake.
Azle Independent School District is located to the northwest of Fort Worth and is bordered by Lake Worth and Eagle Mountain Lake.
School Districts A-Z
More than six million people live in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex and more than forty school districts serve the areas in and around Dallas and Fort Worth.
More than six million people live in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex and more than forty school districts serve the areas in and around Dallas and Fort Worth.
Summer Camps
Summer camps keep the kids busy and having fun. Some are educational, some are athletic, and some are just plain fun.
Summer camps keep the kids busy and having fun. Some are educational, some are athletic, and some are just plain fun.
Prickly Pear Cactus Bloom
The prickly pear is one of the most common cactus species in the Dallas Fort Worth area. The flowers will become the deep purple fruit later in the season. The skin of the fruit appears deceptively smooth, but it is actually covered in tiny needles that are nearly impossible to remove from the hand. Yes, I am sure of this.
The prickly pear is one of the most common cactus species in the Dallas Fort Worth area. The flowers will become the deep purple fruit later in the season. The skin of the fruit appears deceptively smooth, but it is actually covered in tiny needles that are nearly impossible to remove from the hand. Yes, I am sure of this.
The Woman's Garden
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Interurban Railway Museum
An old-timey train car and railroad depot sit in the corner of Haggard Park near downtown Plano, housing the Interurban Railway Museum. From 1908 to 1948, the railroad depot served as a stop along the Texas Electric Railway as it ran from Denison to Dallas.
An old-timey train car and railroad depot sit in the corner of Haggard Park near downtown Plano, housing the Interurban Railway Museum. From 1908 to 1948, the railroad depot served as a stop along the Texas Electric Railway as it ran from Denison to Dallas.
Knitting Boutiques
Knitting boutiques are as unique as their owners. While most will carry a good selection of high-end yarns and patterns, the precise stock will vary according to the owners' likes as well as the likes and interests of their customers. The social aspect of knitting is another important consideration when choosing a store. All these knitteries have classes and other gatherings.
Knitting boutiques are as unique as their owners. While most will carry a good selection of high-end yarns and patterns, the precise stock will vary according to the owners' likes as well as the likes and interests of their customers. The social aspect of knitting is another important consideration when choosing a store. All these knitteries have classes and other gatherings.
DFW Weather
The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex has its share of wacky weather, but for the most part, our seasons are predictable: hot in the spring, really hot in the summer, hot in the fall, and intermittently hot and cold in the winter.
The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex has its share of wacky weather, but for the most part, our seasons are predictable: hot in the spring, really hot in the summer, hot in the fall, and intermittently hot and cold in the winter.
VW Bug
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Trumpet Vine
The Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans), also called the Trumpet Flower, Devil's Shoestring, or Foxglove Vine, is a native plant that is drought-tolerant and winter-hardy. It blooms profusely in the sunshine and is a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies.
The Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans), also called the Trumpet Flower, Devil's Shoestring, or Foxglove Vine, is a native plant that is drought-tolerant and winter-hardy. It blooms profusely in the sunshine and is a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies.
Water Parks
Summer is hot around here and water parks are a great way to cool off. These parks open in mid-May to the end of May and stay open until August. All the waterparks have lockers for rent, food and drinks for sale (and cooler restrictions), and picnic tables. Check their web sites for promotional offers and special group and party packages.
Summer is hot around here and water parks are a great way to cool off. These parks open in mid-May to the end of May and stay open until August. All the waterparks have lockers for rent, food and drinks for sale (and cooler restrictions), and picnic tables. Check their web sites for promotional offers and special group and party packages.
DeGolyer Garden Cafe
The DeGolyer Garden Cafe, located on the grounds of the Dallas Arboretum, offers a tasty selection of tea sandwiches, quiches, vegetarian fare, and soups and salads, all with a view of the gardens.
The DeGolyer Garden Cafe, located on the grounds of the Dallas Arboretum, offers a tasty selection of tea sandwiches, quiches, vegetarian fare, and soups and salads, all with a view of the gardens.
Living in Downtown Plano
Downtown Plano has upscale, affordable apartments, art galleries and museums, restaurants, shopping, theatres, and a large park to relax in. Charming neighborhood filled with early twentieth-century homes lie within easy walking distance.
Downtown Plano has upscale, affordable apartments, art galleries and museums, restaurants, shopping, theatres, and a large park to relax in. Charming neighborhood filled with early twentieth-century homes lie within easy walking distance.
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Connecting Strands
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
The Spiderweb Engulfs Trees
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
True Orb Weaver
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Fort Worth Nature Center
The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge is 3600 acres of what the Dallas Fort Worth area used to look like.
The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge is 3600 acres of what the Dallas Fort Worth area used to look like.
Succulent
This mystery succulent bloomed among the other wildflowers in the Fort Worth Nature Center. The leaves at the base resembled yuccas (to my eyes), but I was unable to find a description of it online.
This mystery succulent bloomed among the other wildflowers in the Fort Worth Nature Center. The leaves at the base resembled yuccas (to my eyes), but I was unable to find a description of it online.
Ridgmar Mall
Ridgmar Mall
Ridgmar Mall
Stonebriar Centre
Stonebriar Centre
Stonebriar Centre
Boot Camps
These boot camps are designed to get you in shape fast. Most are five days a week for one hour each day for four weeks, although some camps offer Fitness Blasts of shorter durations. The intense workouts will improve your fitness and strength and might reduce your size, too. The camps include fitness tests before and after and, while the routines are challenging, the instructors are always kind and encouraging. No one is left behind or ridiculed at these boot camps.
These boot camps are designed to get you in shape fast. Most are five days a week for one hour each day for four weeks, although some camps offer Fitness Blasts of shorter durations. The intense workouts will improve your fitness and strength and might reduce your size, too. The camps include fitness tests before and after and, while the routines are challenging, the instructors are always kind and encouraging. No one is left behind or ridiculed at these boot camps.
Cottage
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Step Bar on the 2009 Ford F150
Step Bar on the 2009 Ford F150 at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Step Bar on the 2009 Ford F150 at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Richardson ISD
Richardson Independent School District is located on the north side of Dallas and has more than 35,000 students. It serves portions of Richardson, Garland, and Dallas.
Richardson Independent School District is located on the north side of Dallas and has more than 35,000 students. It serves portions of Richardson, Garland, and Dallas.
Texas State Board of Education
The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) is a fifteen-member elected body whose purpose is to establish policies and set standards for Texas public schools and to mandate instruction in the knowledge and skills essential to a well-balanced curriculum. The SBOE also oversees the Permanent School Fund, which provides money to Texas public schools through investments and rentals, royalties, and sales of public lands.
The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) is a fifteen-member elected body whose purpose is to establish policies and set standards for Texas public schools and to mandate instruction in the knowledge and skills essential to a well-balanced curriculum. The SBOE also oversees the Permanent School Fund, which provides money to Texas public schools through investments and rentals, royalties, and sales of public lands.
Horsemint
Horsemint (Monarda citriodora), also called lemon beebalm, has citrus-scented leaves. The flowers grow in clusters about an inch apart on a stem.
Horsemint (Monarda citriodora), also called lemon beebalm, has citrus-scented leaves. The flowers grow in clusters about an inch apart on a stem.
Heritage Senior Center
The Heritage Senior Center in Irving provides recreational activities, hot meals, and informative classes for senior citizens.
The Heritage Senior Center in Irving provides recreational activities, hot meals, and informative classes for senior citizens.
Health Fairs
Health care can be expensive, especially for those without insurance. These health fairs can ease some of the burden by helping with preventive care.
Health care can be expensive, especially for those without insurance. These health fairs can ease some of the burden by helping with preventive care.
Dallas Museum of Art
Since 1903, the Dallas Museum of Art has been showing some of the finest art in the world. The collections contain sculpture, painting, and other media from sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, Central and South America, Europe, and the Pacific Islands. Both ancient and contemporary styles are included.
Since 1903, the Dallas Museum of Art has been showing some of the finest art in the world. The collections contain sculpture, painting, and other media from sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, Central and South America, Europe, and the Pacific Islands. Both ancient and contemporary styles are included.
Oval Rose Garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens
The oval rose garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens is a great place to view roses that grow well in this area and get an idea of what will look good in your landscape. All roses in this garden can be sniffed while your feet are firmly planted on the paved path. The garden consists of several planting beds arranged in three concentric ovals. The raised beds contain rich, fluffy soil and are covered with a thick layer of shredded bark mulch.
The oval rose garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens is a great place to view roses that grow well in this area and get an idea of what will look good in your landscape. All roses in this garden can be sniffed while your feet are firmly planted on the paved path. The garden consists of several planting beds arranged in three concentric ovals. The raised beds contain rich, fluffy soil and are covered with a thick layer of shredded bark mulch.
Many Long-Jawed Orb Weavers
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Garland ISD
Garland Independent School District is the twelfth largest school district in Texas with more than 58,000 students. It serves the cities of Garland, Rowlett, Sachse, Wylie, and Dallas.
Garland Independent School District is the twelfth largest school district in Texas with more than 58,000 students. It serves the cities of Garland, Rowlett, Sachse, Wylie, and Dallas.
McKinney ISD
McKinney Independent School District
McKinney Independent School District
Eastern Pondhawk
The Eastern Pondhawk (Erythemis simplicicollis) can be found flitting around the forest and resting in the sunlight. This is another very common dragonfly.
The Eastern Pondhawk (Erythemis simplicicollis) can be found flitting around the forest and resting in the sunlight. This is another very common dragonfly.
Widow Skimmer
The Widow Skimmer (Libellula luctuosa) is one of the most common dragonflies in the Nature Center in late May. Dragonflies eat insects smaller than themselves, like mosquitoes. The nymph form (juvenile dragonfly) eats mosquitoes before they become fliers and bite us. The rains this year have produced plenty of food for the dragonflies.
The Widow Skimmer (Libellula luctuosa) is one of the most common dragonflies in the Nature Center in late May. Dragonflies eat insects smaller than themselves, like mosquitoes. The nymph form (juvenile dragonfly) eats mosquitoes before they become fliers and bite us. The rains this year have produced plenty of food for the dragonflies.
Dallas World Aquarium
The Dallas World Aquarium showcases a variety of exotic and endangered species in a series of ecosystems designed to make the animals feel at home. Visitors wind through the exhibits on gently sloped paths with plenty of places for grandparents and toddlers to sit a moment. Three restaurants provide fine dining—and kids' meals—at the end of an enjoyable visit.
The Dallas World Aquarium showcases a variety of exotic and endangered species in a series of ecosystems designed to make the animals feel at home. Visitors wind through the exhibits on gently sloped paths with plenty of places for grandparents and toddlers to sit a moment. Three restaurants provide fine dining—and kids' meals—at the end of an enjoyable visit.
Mobile Pet Grooming
Mobile Pet Grooming
Mobile Pet Grooming
Texas Star
The Texas Star is a 212.5-foot-tall ferris wheel at Fair Park in Texas. It made its first appearance at the 1985 State Fair of Texas and has run every year since. With forty-four cars able to seat six people each, up to 264 riders can be on the wheel at once.
The Texas Star is a 212.5-foot-tall ferris wheel at Fair Park in Texas. It made its first appearance at the 1985 State Fair of Texas and has run every year since. With forty-four cars able to seat six people each, up to 264 riders can be on the wheel at once.
Required Vaccinations
Children attending school in Texas are required to have been vaccinated for nine communicable diseases before entering grades kindergarten through twelfth. Children attending day care in Texas must also be vaccinated for three more communicable diseases.
Children attending school in Texas are required to have been vaccinated for nine communicable diseases before entering grades kindergarten through twelfth. Children attending day care in Texas must also be vaccinated for three more communicable diseases.
Tree
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
DART
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) operates trains, buses, and HOV lanes in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. DART also offers help organizing carpools and vanpools. The mass transit system served nearly 100 million riders in 2005.
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) operates trains, buses, and HOV lanes in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. DART also offers help organizing carpools and vanpools. The mass transit system served nearly 100 million riders in 2005.
DART Red Line
DART's Red Line runs from Parker Road in Plano to Westmoreland Road in Dallas. Twenty-five stations run from Garland through downtown Dallas and into the southwestern part of Dallas.
DART's Red Line runs from Parker Road in Plano to Westmoreland Road in Dallas. Twenty-five stations run from Garland through downtown Dallas and into the southwestern part of Dallas.
NorthPark Center
NorthPark Center, located on Central Expressway in Dallas, is an upscale shopping center.
NorthPark Center, located on Central Expressway in Dallas, is an upscale shopping center.
Sales Tax Holiday
The state of Texas holds a sales tax holiday every year. During the three-day, tax-free weekend (August 21-23 in 2009), retailers do not collect sales tax on most clothing and shoes as well as backpacks for elementary and secondary school students.
The state of Texas holds a sales tax holiday every year. During the three-day, tax-free weekend (August 21-23 in 2009), retailers do not collect sales tax on most clothing and shoes as well as backpacks for elementary and secondary school students.
State Fair of Texas
The State Fair of Texas is an annual fair held at Fair Park in Dallas. It begins near the end of September and continues into the middle of October. The dates for 2009 are Sep 25-Oct 18. An estimated 3 million people attend the fair each year, bringing nearly $350 million to the Dallas economy. The State Fair kicks off each year with a parade through downtown Dallas.
The State Fair of Texas is an annual fair held at Fair Park in Dallas. It begins near the end of September and continues into the middle of October. The dates for 2009 are Sep 25-Oct 18. An estimated 3 million people attend the fair each year, bringing nearly $350 million to the Dallas economy. The State Fair kicks off each year with a parade through downtown Dallas.
JFK Directions
Directions to the JFK Memorial and the Sixth Floor Museum in Downtown Dallas
Directions to the JFK Memorial and the Sixth Floor Museum in Downtown Dallas
Red Light Cameras
The SafeLight Program using red light cameras started in Dallas on 11 Dec 2006. Red light cameras watch high-risk intersections with a history of traffic accidents and photograph cars running red lights. The owners are then tracked down through the license plate numbers and fined through the mail.
The SafeLight Program using red light cameras started in Dallas on 11 Dec 2006. Red light cameras watch high-risk intersections with a history of traffic accidents and photograph cars running red lights. The owners are then tracked down through the license plate numbers and fined through the mail.
Carefree Sunshine
The oval rose garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens is a great place to view roses that grow well in this area and get an idea of what will look good in your landscape. All roses in this garden can be sniffed while your feet are firmly planted on the paved path. The garden consists of several planting beds arranged in three concentric ovals. The raised beds contain rich, fluffy soil and are covered with a thick layer of shredded bark mulch.
The oval rose garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens is a great place to view roses that grow well in this area and get an idea of what will look good in your landscape. All roses in this garden can be sniffed while your feet are firmly planted on the paved path. The garden consists of several planting beds arranged in three concentric ovals. The raised beds contain rich, fluffy soil and are covered with a thick layer of shredded bark mulch.
Mesquite ISD
Mesquite Independent School District is located on the east side of Dallas and has more than 35,000 students. It serves the cities of Mesquite, Garland, Balch Springs, Dallas, and Sunnyvale with thirty-one elementary schools, eight middle schools, five high schools, and one alternative school.
Mesquite Independent School District is located on the east side of Dallas and has more than 35,000 students. It serves the cities of Mesquite, Garland, Balch Springs, Dallas, and Sunnyvale with thirty-one elementary schools, eight middle schools, five high schools, and one alternative school.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District
Magnolia Theatre
The Magnolia Theatre is a popular venue for foreign films and art films. Tucked back in an upscale shopping center across from the Chase Bank on McKinney Avenue, the theatre is surrounded by snazzy restaurants that were hopping even on Monday night and the parking garage for the West Village. Plenty of seating in the upstairs lobby and the bar gives you a place to chat with friends before going in to the movie.
The Magnolia Theatre is a popular venue for foreign films and art films. Tucked back in an upscale shopping center across from the Chase Bank on McKinney Avenue, the theatre is surrounded by snazzy restaurants that were hopping even on Monday night and the parking garage for the West Village. Plenty of seating in the upstairs lobby and the bar gives you a place to chat with friends before going in to the movie.
Alex Camp House
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette
2009 Chevrolet Corvette at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Chevrolet Corvette at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Free Summer Movies
Movie theatres across the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex offer free films for the kids in the summer. Some places, like city parks, set up a big screen each week.
Movie theatres across the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex offer free films for the kids in the summer. Some places, like city parks, set up a big screen each week.
Three Spiders Share a Web
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Plano ISD
The Plano Independent School District serves over 50,000 students.
The Plano Independent School District serves over 50,000 students.
Grand Prairie ISD
Grand Prairie Independent School District is located between Dallas and Fort Worth and has more than 25,500 students.
Grand Prairie Independent School District is located between Dallas and Fort Worth and has more than 25,500 students.
Giant Spider Web at Lake Tawakoni
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Kronprincessin Viktoria
The oval rose garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens is a great place to view roses that grow well in this area and get an idea of what will look good in your landscape. All roses in this garden can be sniffed while your feet are firmly planted on the paved path. The garden consists of several planting beds arranged in three concentric ovals. The raised beds contain rich, fluffy soil and are covered with a thick layer of shredded bark mulch.
The oval rose garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens is a great place to view roses that grow well in this area and get an idea of what will look good in your landscape. All roses in this garden can be sniffed while your feet are firmly planted on the paved path. The garden consists of several planting beds arranged in three concentric ovals. The raised beds contain rich, fluffy soil and are covered with a thick layer of shredded bark mulch.
Fusion Cafe
Fusion Cafe in downtown Plano is a great place to spend time with your friends. The coffeehouse offers all the beverages you're used to finding plus some good food.
Fusion Cafe in downtown Plano is a great place to spend time with your friends. The coffeehouse offers all the beverages you're used to finding plus some good food.
Union Station
Since 1916, Union Station has been Dallas's major train station.
Since 1916, Union Station has been Dallas's major train station.
White Poppy
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
April Festivals
April is a great month to get out and enjoy the many festivals Dallas has to offer.
April is a great month to get out and enjoy the many festivals Dallas has to offer.
Old Mill Inn at Fair Park
The Old Mill Inn at Fair Park provides home-cooked fare at reasonable prices. The menu offers a simple assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrees, but we found it had plenty for us.
The Old Mill Inn at Fair Park provides home-cooked fare at reasonable prices. The menu offers a simple assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrees, but we found it had plenty for us.
Trinity Railway Express
The Trinity Railway Express (TRE) stops at ten stations, starting at the T&P in downtown Fort Worth and ending at Union Station in downtown Dallas.
The Trinity Railway Express (TRE) stops at ten stations, starting at the T&P in downtown Fort Worth and ending at Union Station in downtown Dallas.
Grand Tastings
Grand Tastings offers a wide selection of wines as well as an ever-changing menu of wines for tasting.
Grand Tastings offers a wide selection of wines as well as an ever-changing menu of wines for tasting.
Oscar's Mexican Restaurant
Oscar's Mexican Restaurant in Haltom City serves up good Mexican food at a reasonable price. Lately moved into a new building, Oscar's has been a mainstay of Haltom City for nearly fifteen years. A small outdoor seating area has shade over it to protect customers from the summer sun or spring and fall rains.
Oscar's Mexican Restaurant in Haltom City serves up good Mexican food at a reasonable price. Lately moved into a new building, Oscar's has been a mainstay of Haltom City for nearly fifteen years. A small outdoor seating area has shade over it to protect customers from the summer sun or spring and fall rains.
Fort Worth Opera Festival
The Fort Worth Opera has entertained residents and visitors since 1946. In 2007, the traditional opera season has been changed to a festival format.
The Fort Worth Opera has entertained residents and visitors since 1946. In 2007, the traditional opera season has been changed to a festival format.
MLK Day Events
Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebrations
Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebrations
I Could Afford A Better Sign Without All These Taxes
This might be my favorite sign: two bent-up poster boards taped together with the words "I Could Afford A Better Sign Without All These Taxes". A close second was the sign held by a small child that said "Legos, Not Bailouts". Yes, that's a sentiment I think we might all agree with.
This might be my favorite sign: two bent-up poster boards taped together with the words "I Could Afford A Better Sign Without All These Taxes". A close second was the sign held by a small child that said "Legos, Not Bailouts". Yes, that's a sentiment I think we might all agree with.
The Pond
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Angelika Film Center
The Angelika Film Center, located at Mockingbird Station, shows independent and foreign films and hosts events for the community.
The Angelika Film Center, located at Mockingbird Station, shows independent and foreign films and hosts events for the community.
AquaShed - Side
Barkitecture 2008 brought together several of Dallas' most creative architects to create unique dog houses. The dog houses were raffled off at $5 a ticket and the proceeds went to correct the annual flooding of White Rock Lake Dog Park.
Barkitecture 2008 brought together several of Dallas' most creative architects to create unique dog houses. The dog houses were raffled off at $5 a ticket and the proceeds went to correct the annual flooding of White Rock Lake Dog Park.
Summer Concert Series
Dallas and Fort Worth have a wide selection of concerts this summer. Some are free and some cost a little.
Dallas and Fort Worth have a wide selection of concerts this summer. Some are free and some cost a little.
Earth Day Events
Earth Day, April 22, is a time to remind ourselves to live lightly on the planet. Several celebrations are happening around the area this year.
Earth Day, April 22, is a time to remind ourselves to live lightly on the planet. Several celebrations are happening around the area this year.
2009 Chevy Equinox at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Chevy Equinox at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Chevy Equinox at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Azaleas and Tulips
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Azaleas
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Chevy with Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Chevy with a Hydrogen Fuel Cell at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Chevy with a Hydrogen Fuel Cell at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
Cheap Valentine's Dates
Want to impress your sweetie, but don't have much money? These ideas should keep you in hearts with your Valentine without putting your budget in the red.
Want to impress your sweetie, but don't have much money? These ideas should keep you in hearts with your Valentine without putting your budget in the red.
Spider Hiding Under a Leaf
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Copper Dragonfly
An unidentified copper dragonfly
An unidentified copper dragonfly
Living in Arlington
Arlington, Texas is the third largest city in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex with a population of more than 370,000. Centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth, Arlington provides access to both cities, DFW airport, and many local lakes. But residents of Arlington don't have to leave their home city to enjoy some of the best fun the Metroplex has to offer.
Arlington, Texas is the third largest city in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex with a population of more than 370,000. Centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth, Arlington provides access to both cities, DFW airport, and many local lakes. But residents of Arlington don't have to leave their home city to enjoy some of the best fun the Metroplex has to offer.
Fort Worth Stock Show
The annual Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo has been going on for more than a century. Every year, animals from around the state and some from around the world show and compete at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in the Fort Worth Cultural District.
The annual Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo has been going on for more than a century. Every year, animals from around the state and some from around the world show and compete at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in the Fort Worth Cultural District.
Brut Dallas
Dallas's new champagne bar has been open less than two months and it's already popular with the crowds. The first bar in the nation devoted entirely to champagne, Brut is a unique gathering place.
Dallas's new champagne bar has been open less than two months and it's already popular with the crowds. The first bar in the nation devoted entirely to champagne, Brut is a unique gathering place.
Dallas Public Pools
The city of Dallas has twenty-one public pools. Admission costs $1 for kids 11 and under and $2 for those older. They also offer swim lessons.
The city of Dallas has twenty-one public pools. Admission costs $1 for kids 11 and under and $2 for those older. They also offer swim lessons.